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Common Sense is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.

Online privacy and safety resources from NYSED

Parent fact sheets from NYSED

National Cybersecurity Alliance: Learn how to protect yourself, your family and your devices with these tips and resources.

Keeping You Informed. Keeping You Aware.

Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency
When your child wants to go over to a new friend’s house, you probably ask questions. Who else is going? Will the parents be home? We should be having the same discussion with our kids about their Internet use. Which websites are okay to visit? What kind of information is acceptable—and more importantly, what is not—to share online? Below, find resources and materials to help you start the discussion with your kids or students.

Is your child ready for their first cell phone? Are you looking for tips and tricks regarding screen time, social media, recommended devices, essential apps for their first device, parental controls, and much more? Please use this common sense media link and use the dropdown to filter "Cellphones and Devices" to view articles that may help.